Tsunamis are large ocean waves caused by underwater earthquakes, landslides, volcanic eruptions, or meteorites hitting the ocean. They can travel at speeds over 500 miles per hour and reach heights over 100 feet when crashing onto land. Major tsunamis throughout history have caused tremendous loss of life, such as the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami that killed over 230,000 people in Indonesia. It is important that those living in coastal areas learn tsunami safety measures like evacuating to higher ground if warning signs of an impending tsunami are present.

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